Where are the Real Estate TICs?

TICs are fractionalized, fee-simple interests in real property, which were increasingly used in 1031 tax-deferred exchanges since 2002 when the IRS clarified their compatibility for 1031 exchanges. While the purchase of TIC interest is technically a real estate transaction, TICs were largely sold as securities during their peak in 2003-2007. However, during that time there were many TIC sponsors that sold their TIC properties as real estate. In this format of tenant-in-common real estate ownership, investors receive their own warranty deed for the purchase of a fractional interest in an entire property. Through TIC ownership, the average person can enjoy the benefit of owning an institutional-grade property with a minimum investment. With minimums as low as $50,000, investors may own percentage interests in multiple TIC Properties for maximum diversification. TIC Properties remove the barriers of investment real estate ownership for the passive investor.

TIC Properties are particularly suited for sellers of real estate involved in a 1031 exchange (“1031 Exchange TIC Properties”). Most TIC Properties are leased to national or regional tenants, such as Walgreens, AutoZone, and Dollar General, and provide a secure monthly income with no management responsibilities or out-of-pocket expenses. Each TIC property owner benefits from any income or appreciation enjoyed by all the owners. Even today, in 2018 there are a number of firms providing these type of investments to 1031 and cash investors.

TIC Property Purchase Process

Identify one or more TIC properties with your 1031 intermediary

Sign the TIC purchase documents

Instruct your 1031 intermediary to wire funds

Your warranty deed is recorded for your ownership percentage

Your monthly income is direct deposited into your checking account

Passive Income

When it comes to real estate investing “passive” is a two-edged sword. As investors approach retirement, their appetite for hassle, moving parts, and market fluctuations diminish. They want their real estate investments to work for them and not them working for the real estate. But, to benefit from the passive income these properties can provide, a person must give up some control. This can be hard for some. As you consider your objectives, you might ask yourself, “Do I own the property or does the property own me?” Typically, when investors consider the lifestyle they want, giving up control is a small price to pay. Giving up day-to-day management headaches, ongoing decision-making, and unexpected expenses to receive passive income, can be an easy decision to make. A TIC Property owner receives their prorated share of the rent direct deposited into their bank account. Receiving passive income allows you to be anything but passive – allowing you to spread your time actively engaged in the things that matter most!

Spoke on the phone with Nate today. I am new to TIC's and just starting to explore my options. He spent almost an hour explaining TIC exhanges, etc. and educating me. I truly appreciated his time and consultative approach. He is excited about what he does and passionate about the services they provide.